The new Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 trailer highlights the power of the Space Marines, the dread of the Tyranids, and the machinations of the Thousand Sons! This brand new cinematic "Angels of Death" trailer depicts the raw might and brutality of our 40K champions, the Ultramarine's Titus, Chairon, and Gadriel, as they struggle to save humanity, calling on Space Marines to respond to the rallying cry of war. The new trailer gives fans a taste of the carnage that is to come next month when the game is released.
Space Marine 2 is available for pre-order before its September 9th release for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. You can play up to four days early if you pre-order the Gold or Ultra Editions. Click here to check them out on Amazon.com!
As Lieutenant Titus and his brothers Chairon and Gadriel prepare for their liberation, you must also prepare yourself. These three characters are playable in a campaign that supports full-scale cooperative play, and players may also create their own Space Marine characters to use in PvE (Player versus Environment) missions and PvP (Player versus Player) combat across various game modes.
There are still a few days left to pre-order the Gold or Ultra Edition of the game, which will allow gamers to receive an early unlock up to four days before the game's official release! The Space Marine 2 will be available On Steam, the Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, and each platform has all game editions available for purchase.
The Space Marine 2 Season Pass is included with both the Gold and Ultra Editions of the game. This pass provides players with additional cosmetics inspired by the glorious Space Marine Chapters found in the Warhammer 40,000 universe.
According to the Space Marine 2 release schedule, there will also be free updates following the game's debut, including new objectives, new adversaries, new weapons, and more. We've included the recently announced season schedule below!
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 releases September 9th, 2024. Pre-order Space Marine 2, and you can play up to four days early with the Gold or Ultra Editions, available for pre-order now.
About Warhammer 40,000
Warhammer 40,000, commonly known as Warhammer 40k, is a tabletop miniature wargame created by Games Workshop. Since its establishment in 1987, Warhammer 40k has developed into a vast and intricate science fiction universe, blending aspects of dystopian futurism, gothic horror, and large-scale battles. Set in the distant future of the 41st millennium, the game depicts a galaxy engulfed in unending war, where numerous factions compete for dominance in a brutal and unforgiving cosmos.
The Grimdark Setting
The term "grimdark," often associated with Warhammer 40k, epitomizes the universe's overarching theme: a future where there is only war. Humanity, represented by the Imperium of Man, is a vast and authoritarian empire led by the God-Emperor, revered as a deity and sustained on life support by ancient technologies. The Imperium faces threats from all sides—alien races, heretical cults, and the ever-present danger of Chaos, malevolent deities that corrupt and twist reality itself.
The society of the Imperium is a horrifying fusion of medieval theocracy and totalitarian control, where human lives are expendable in the face of the Emperor's divine will. Planets are lost and reconquered, entire populations are conscripted into endless wars, and the Inquisition ruthlessly hunts down any sign of heresy or alien influence.
Warhammer 40k Factions
The universe of Warhammer 40k is populated by various factions, each with its own distinct lore, aesthetics, and motivations. These factions are central to the narrative and gameplay, providing a rich tapestry of conflict and alliances.
The Imperium of Man: The largest and most powerful faction, the Imperium is a sprawling, galaxy-spanning empire. Its military might is embodied by the Space Marines—genetically enhanced super-soldiers, the Astra Militarum (Imperial Guard), and the Adeptus Mechanicus, who view technology as sacred.
Chaos: The primary antagonists of the Imperium, Chaos is a force of malevolent gods who inhabit the Warp, a parallel dimension of psychic energy. Once loyal to the Emperor, Chaos Space Marines now serve these dark gods, aiming to corrupt and destroy the Imperium.
Xenos Races: The galaxy is filled with alien species, each with its own agenda. The Orks, a brutal and lawless race, thrive on war and destruction. The Eldar, an ancient and declining race, wields psychic powers in a desperate bid for survival. The Tyranids, a hive-minded species, consume entire worlds to satisfy their insatiable hunger. The Necrons, soulless robotic warriors, seek to reclaim their lost empire. The T'au, a technologically advanced but relatively young race, advocate for "The Greater Good" and expansion.
The Adeptus Astartes (Space Marines): Often the face of Warhammer 40k, these genetically engineered warriors are humanity's greatest defense against the galaxy's horrors. Each Space Marine Chapter has its own unique culture and history, from the bloodthirsty Blood Angels to the secretive Dark Angels.
The Tabletop Game
At its core, Warhammer 40k is a miniature wargame where players assemble and paint armies of intricately detailed models, then pit them against each other on the battlefield. The game is turn-based, with players rolling dice to determine the outcomes of various actions, from shooting to close combat. The rules are detailed and expansive, with each faction having its own codex—rulebooks that provide unique units, abilities, and lore.
The game has undergone numerous revisions and updates over the decades, with new editions introducing refined mechanics, new factions, and expanded lore. It is both a strategic challenge and a creative outlet, as hobbyists spend countless hours painting their miniatures to perfection.
Expanding the Universe
Warhammer 40k has grown far beyond its tabletop origins, giving rise to various novels, comics, video games, and even animated series. Black Library, the publishing arm of Games Workshop, has produced a vast library of literature that delves into the universe in depth, from the internal politics of the Imperium to the machinations of Chaos.
Notable series include The Horus Heresy, which chronicles the catastrophic civil war that nearly destroyed the Imperium, and Gaunt's Ghosts, which follows the exploits of a regiment of Imperial Guardsmen. The universe's rich lore and dark themes have attracted a dedicated fanbase, and the franchise continues to expand, with new stories and games regularly released.